Demonstrate and teach proper exercise and spotting techniques using both free weights and machines.

Identify major anatomical components of the muscle cell and motor neuron.

Describe the neuromuscular adaptations to strength training.

Identify proper technique and form for free weight and machine exercises.

List and define the major biomechanical terms associated with strength training and human movement.

Describe adaptations of bone and tendons to resistance training.

Create a strength program based on individual physical differences and personal goals.

General Education Learning Values & Outcomes

Revised August 2008 and affects outlines for 2008 year 1 and later.

0. Application and Integration

Definition: Applying information from one or more disciplines and/or
field experiences in new contexts (Outcome 0.1); developing integrated approaches or responses
to personal, academic, professional, and social issues (Outcomes 0.2-0.5).

Outcomes: Students will be able to . . .
0.1 Apply theories and concepts studied in the classroom to field, clinical, shop,
research, or laboratory settings.

1. Information Literacy

Definition:
Recognizing when information is needed and have the ability to locate, evaluate, and use effectively the needed information.

Outcomes: Students will be able to . . .
1.3 Evaluate information and its sources critically.

2. Critical Thinking

Definition:
The ability to think critically about the nature of knowledge within a discipline and about the
ways in which that knowledge is constructed and validated and to be sensitive to the ways these
processes often vary among disciplines.

Outcomes: Students will be able to . . .
2.1 Identify and express concepts, terms, and facts related to a specific discipline.
2.3 Identify, interpret, and evaluate pertinent data and previous experience to reach conclusions.

Outcomes: Students will be able to . . .
3.2 Recognize, produce and demonstrate appropriate interpersonal, group, and public speaking skills.
3.4 Produce academic and/or professional writing and integrate it into written and spoken projects.

6. Individual Awareness & Responsibility

Definition:
Understanding, managing, and taking responsibility for one’s learning and behavior in varied and changing environments.

Outcomes: Students will be able to . . .
6.2 Demonstrate standards of professionalism in manner, appearance, and setting appropriate to the context,
including the classroom, workplace, and community.
6.3 Apply successful organizational strategies of planning, goal setting, prioritizing, resolving conflict,
and managing time to specific goals and/or projects.

10. Technology

Definition:
Understanding the role of technology in society and using technology appropriately and effectively.

Outcomes: Students will be able to . . .
10.3 Use technology appropriate to the context and task to effectively retrieve
and manage information, solve problems, and facilitate communication.